Retracted Collar, Form Fitting, Protective Undershirt

ABSTRACT

The present invention possesses new, useful, and unique characteristics, including a retracted and deep cut collar, extra short and form fitting sleeves, and form fitting material, which allow it to be completely hidden under nearly any top worn over it. Therefore, the wearer of the present invention is able to enjoy the benefits of wearing an undergarment while at the same time concealing the fact that one is being worn at all.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

The present invention is in the field of apparel. More particularly, the present invention is in the field of undergarments. Even more particularly, the present invention is in the field of undershirts.

BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

Until now, those concerned with sweat and perspiration protection had to choose between wearing an undershirt—and dealing with the unstylish look which often occurs when the undershirt is visible underneath the collar and/or sleeves of the shirt worn over it—or not wearing an undershirt—and lacking the sweat and stain protection which an undershirt provides.

The present invention seeks to provide a solution to this problem by allowing those whom wish to wear an undershirt, the ability to wear one, without an outside observer knowing it is being worn at all. The present invention's unique cut and characteristics function to hide it underneath nearly any top worn over it. Thus, the person wearing it receives the benefits of wearing a protective undergarment while giving off the appearance that no undergarment is being worn at all.

The present invention possesses and/or is comprised of the following:

1) Retracted and Deep Cut Collar: allows the present invention to be hidden underneath the collar of nearly any shirt worn over it.

2) Extra Short, Form Fitting Sleeves—allows the present invention to be hidden underneath the sleeves of nearly any shirt worn over it.

3) Synthetic Fiber (such as Elastane), Cotton, or Polyester Material—form fitting and light material allows for a snug, sleek, undetectable appearance.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 shows a front view of the present invention

FIG. 2 shows a back view of the present invention

FIG. 3 shows a front and back view of a standard crew neck undergarment

FIG. 4 shows a front and back view of a standard v-neck undergarment

FIG. 5 shows a front view of the present invention with markings of where it differs from a standard undergarment

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

Referring now to the invention in more detail, as can be seen in FIGS. 1, 2 and 5, the present invention possesses a collar which is retracted on the sides and back and cut deep and wide in the front (10). In one embodiment, the retracted collar is cut approximately 1/16-2 inches (depending on size) more peripherally on the sides and back than a crew neck collar (18) or standard v-neck collar (20). In another embodiment, the retracted collar is cut greater than 2 inches (depending on size) more peripherally on the sides and back, than a crew neck or standard v-neck collar. The purpose of this new retracted collar is to allow the undershirt to be completely hidden underneath the sides and back of any shirt collar worn over it.

In addition, the collar of the present invention is cut deeper and wider in the front than a crew neck or standard v-neck collar. In one embodiment, the deep and wide cut in the front is u-shaped or v-shaped and ends within approximately 2 inches of the inferior portion of the wearer's sternum/xyphoid process (10). In another embodiment, the deep and wide cut in the front is u-shaped or v-shaped and ends within 8 inches of the inferior portion of the wearer's sternum/xyphoid process. Again, the purpose of this deeper and wider collar in the front is to allow the present invention to be hidden underneath standard collars worn over it. As shown in FIG. 5, the unique collar of the present invention differs greatly from crew neck (18) and standard v-neck (20) collars. As seen in FIGS. 3 and 5, a crew neck collar (18) is cut evenly around the base of the wearer's neck in the front, back, and sides. Similarly, as seen in FIGS. 4 and 5, a standard v-neck collar (20) is cut evenly around the back and side of the base of the wearer's neck, and is cut deeper only in the front. This is also true of other deep v-neck collars on the market today; they too are cut evenly around the back and side of the base of the wearer's neck, and cut deeper only in the front. These standard undershirt collars are typically not fully hidden underneath collars worn over them. The collar of the present invention is unique in that it is cut deeper in the back, on the sides, and in the front (10). Thus, the present invention's collar can be hidden underneath nearly any collar worn over it at all locations, unlike other undershirt collars, which typically can be seen sticking out in the back, on the sides, in the front, or in all three locations.

Also, as can be seen in FIGS. 1, 2, and 5, the present invention possesses extra short form fitting sleeves (12). In one embodiment, the sleeves of the present invention run down and end within 6 inches superior (depending on size) of the inferior portion of the wearer's deltoid muscle. In another embodiment, the sleeves of the present invention run down and end greater than or equal to 6 inches of the inferior portion of the wearer's deltoid muscle. The embodiment chosen will serve one of the shirt's main purposes; to be hidden underneath any shirt worn over it. In addition, in one embodiment of the present invention, the sleeves may be narrower and less bulky than standard undershirt sleeves. Again, this is to serve the purpose of being hidden underneath the sleeves worn over it. FIGS. 3, 4, and 5 demonstrate the length and bulk of traditional undershirt sleeves (22). FIG. 5 also demonstrates the comparison between those sleeves and the shortened and more form fitting sleeves of the current invention (12). Standard undershirt sleeves typically measure 6-10 inches from the shoulder seam and end a few inches superior to the crease of the elbow (22), The extra short and form fitting sleeves of the present invention allow them to be hidden under the sleeves of nearly all shirts worn over them. Traditional sleeves on the other hand, are longer and bulkier, as described above, and thus can be seen underneath many shirts worn over them. It should also be noted that the sleeves of the present invention are long enough to protect the wearer from sweat and perspiration, particularly in and around the axillar region.

Also, due to the material of the present invention, it is more form fitting than a standard undershirt. This form fitting material is less likely to bunch which provides a sleek, fitted look. As a result, the present invention can be successfully hidden underneath nearly any shirt worn over it. In one embodiment of the present invention, the material used is a synthetic fiber (such as Elastane). In another embodiment the material used is polyester. In another embodiment the material used is cotton. In another embodiment, the material is any combination of the above listed materials, or any material (or combination thereof) which would serve the purposes of the present invention.

One could imagine that other embodiments exist which would serve the purpose of the present invention—to be hidden underneath tops worn over it, while also providing sweat and other protection to the wearer. As such, this patent application is intended to cover all reasonable embodiments which are not specifically laid out. 

Having thus described the invention, what is claimed is:
 1. An undershirt comprising a shirt body, a collared neck opening, and two short arm sleeves extending out from the shirt body on each side.
 2. The undershirt of claim 1 comprising a retracted collar along the sides and back and a deep and wide collar in the front.
 3. The undershirt of claim 2 comprising short, small, form fitting sleeves.
 4. The undershirt of claim 3 made of a form fitting material, or combination of materials. 